Defending Chiropractic Values: Navigating Policy, Politics, and Malpractice

Summary

In this lecture McCoy discusses the importance of understanding vertebral subluxation within chiropractic practice, the necessity of being informed about malpractice insurance, and the implications of vaccination inquiries in a clinical setting. He emphasizes the need for chiropractors to support organizations that align with their values and to be aware of the political landscape affecting their profession. McCoy also highlights the rising concerns regarding vascular incidents in patients, particularly in relation to COVID-19. In this conversation, McCoy discusses the importance of understanding patient complaints, risk management in chiropractic practice, and the necessity of adhering to the standard of care, especially in the context of COVID-19. He clarifies misconceptions about chiropractic adjustments causing strokes and emphasizes the need for thorough patient assessments, including the use of George's test and other vascular screenings. McCoy also critiques the practice of pre-participation sports physicals, urging chiropractors to focus on their expertise while referring patients for comprehensive evaluations.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Vertebral Subluxation and Chiropractic Values
10:07 Navigating Malpractice Insurance and Personal Responsibility
19:55 Vaccination Questions and Patient Privacy
29:53 Vascular Incidents and COVID-19 Implications
28:28 The Importance of Standard of Care
29:53 Screening for Vascular Issues Post-COVID
32:23 Chiropractors and Stroke: Clarifying Misconceptions
35:18 The Role of George's Test in Chiropractic Practice
40:32 Mitigating Risk Through Comprehensive Patient Assessment
49:05 Reevaluating Pre-Participation Sports Physicals